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Optometric Technician Valley Health Partners Community Vision Center Job Summary Performs a variety of patient care, administrative, and technical tasks to ensure efficient clinic operations and a positive patient experience. Responsibilities include preparing patients for exams, collecting medical history, conducting preliminary testing, and assisting with diagnostic equipment. The Optometric Assistant also helps with scheduling, documentation, and maintaining a clean and organized clinical environment. This role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to provide compassionate, professional service to patients. Work Experience * One-year relevant experience and/or training. Education * High School Diploma/GED or equivalent. * Equivalent combination of education in optometric or ophthalmology practice. Licenses & Certifications * BLS upon hire. * Work toward Paraoptometric Certification. Needed Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Familiarity with the meaning and use of medical and optometric terminology and abbreviations. * Basic eye anatomy and common ocular conditions. * Knowledge of Pre-testing equipment and procedures. * Knowledge of Medical and vision insurance processes. * Ability to operate diagnostic optometric equipment. * Knowledge of patient rights and laws relative to those rights, such as HIPAA. * Knowledge of medical terminology to effectively communicate with patients to record initial patient history, including present/chief complaint, past ocular history, family history, systemic illness, medications, allergies, and drug reactions. * Excellent computer skills to enter patient history, medication and transcribe physician's dictation into patient charts as needed. * Strong communication and interpersonal skills * Ability to work successfully in a team environment, functioning for the good of the team over the individual. * Ability to adapt to changing schedules and patient volumes. * Ability to work with patients of all ages. Essential Functions: Assist Optometrists with clinical tasks as directed. * Perform preliminary evaluation of patients prior to exam by the Optometrist, such as dilation and review of systems. * Perform verbal interview with patients prior to visit with Optometrist to determine medical issues and reasons for their visit for communication to Optometrist prior to appointment. * Records and maintains patient records / files in compliance with company, federal, and state policies (HIPAA) * Assists Optometrist to care for patients in a timely, effective manner, as closely to appointed schedule as much as possible. * Respond to patient's telephone inquiries under the supervision of the Optometrist. * Perform pre-test procedures, including: Visual acuity testing Tonometry Visual fields Fundus photography OCT testing * Educate patients on contact lens insertion, removal, and care. * Clean and sterilize equipment according to clinical protocols. * Verify insurance eligibility and assist with prior authorizations when needed. * Manage patient flow to ensure efficient clinic operations. * Assist with emergency eye situations as needed. Performs other related duties as assigned by the Management/Leadership Team. * Performs other duties as assigned. Benefits: * Choice of medical, dental, and vision plans with great coverage at VERY affordable rates. * 403b Retirement Plan with generous company match * Paid Time Off for holidays, vacation, sick & personal days * Employee Assistance Program * Tuition Reimbursement